The UK economy grew 0.7% quarter on quarter in July–September 2026 after 0.5% growth in the previous quarter, the Office for National Statistics said. Output was 1.9% higher than a year earlier.

The UK economy expanded by 0.7% in the third quarter of 2026, accelerating from 0.5% growth in the previous quarter, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Economic output was also 1.9% higher than a year earlier, indicating continued annual growth. The figures suggest an improvement in economic momentum during July–September, although the sustainability of that expansion will depend on broader economic conditions.